Multitone CS100, User Manual

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Equipment
Installation
2.3 Preparing for Installation
Before you begin to install and configure your new CS100 system it is
recommended that you take note of the following points to ensure a smooth
installation.
About DECT
DECT is a low power radio standard for telecommunications. Transmission
from the base unit can achieve a coverage radius of 300m in clear space.
However the distance that will be achieved in your installation depends very
much on the location you choose for the Base unit and any repeaters you
install. Coverage from a base unit in the wrong location could be less than
10m. Thick walls, dense concrete, tinted glass with a high metal content
and metal clad buildings, all may attenuate the signal.
If you are concerned that you may have a coverage problem then a
coverage survey should be carried out prior to installation. A survey kit can
be rented/purchased from your system supplier or carried out using the
CS100 and the master handset.
Choosing a location for the CS-100 base unit
The CS100 can be placed up to 7.5km (subject to Host PABX) from
the PBX. Mains power should be within 3 metres. The Unit should be
Placed in the geographic centre of the area to be covered unless:
(a) The majority of users would be located out of range of the
CS100 base unit.†
(b) The location is External.
(c) The unit would be located in a hostile environment
(such as refrigerated room).
The Unit should be Located at Least 10cm away from any metal surface
and the same distance from the ceiling or corners of the room. The more
free space around the unit the better.
Choose a location that is free of any obstructions (such as racking or filing
cabinets).
Avoid locating CS100 in the void area of suspended ceilings.
Although a high location is good it may be necessary in the future to
connect a PC to the CS100 for administration or maintenance. In this case
locate within 3 metres of the PC or Laptop position.
If an External location is chosen for siting the unit please call your supplier
for further advice before proceeding with the installation.
† See Section2.2